Are you a passionate Social Worker looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals navigating substance use and mental health challenges? Join Providence Health Care’s Road to Recovery after care team, a transformative and expanding initiative dedicated to holistic, person-centered, and trauma-informed care.

Why Join Us?

At Providence, you'll become part of an innovative, interdisciplinary team leading a new model of recovery care. With the launch of our stabilization unit in Fall 2023 and continued program expansion, now is an exciting time to contribute to a system of care that truly supports clients through every stage of their journey—from detox to transitional care to aftercare outreach services.

About the Role

In alignment with the Mission, Vision, Values, and strategic directions of Providence Health Care, the Social Worker promotes a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for patients, families, and staff. You will work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team under the direction of the Patient Care Manager, with clinical guidance from the Social Work Site Leader, Professional Practice Leader, and Research, Education and Practice Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic clinical counseling to individuals with complex substance use and mental health needs.

• Complete comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to inform treatment planning.

• Act as a leader in discharge planning, collaborating with care teams, families, and community partners.

• Offer consultative services on community resources and access pathways for clients and families.

• Coordinate and lead clinical/case conferences and in-service education sessions for staff.

• Actively participate in committees, working groups, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Maintain up-to-date clinical documentation and stay informed on professional developments and best practices in Social Work.

We are hiring for a regular full-time position—providing you with stability, benefits, and the opportunity to grow within a pioneering model of care.

Qualifications:

• Master’s in Social Work from an accredited university
• One year of recent related experience in a designated program area, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Current full registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers
• Bachelor of Social Work degree from an accredited School of Social Work, with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Current full registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients/residents, families, staff, physicians, and other healthcare providers
• Knowledge of legislation and government policies related to healthcare
• Ability to gather relevant data and conduct biopsychosocial assessments
• Experience in conducting patient/resident assessments
• Knowledge of other healthcare disciplines and their roles in patient/resident care
• Ability to draw out information to understand the patient's/resident's situation and explore issues beyond initial concerns
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Skill in conflict resolution, including guiding others through resolution issues
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the position
• Strong independent work skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and workload
• Proficient in operating related equipment
• Willingness and ability to participate in research
• Experience in providing supervision and teaching to students
• Ability to facilitate and influence group and inter-group meetings, processes, and decision-making

• Competitive Salary: The salary range for this position is $42.27 - $52.81 per hour, depending on experience.

• Inclusive Culture: We respect the diversity, dignity, and interdependence of all individuals. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents.
• Meaningful Impact: As a Social Worker in the Road to Recovery program, you will make a real difference by providing evidence-based, person-centered care to individuals facing substance use challenges. Be part of a trauma-informed, stigma-free approach that supports clients through every phase of their recovery journey, even during setbacks. Your work will help deliver innovative, compassionate care that promotes lasting wellness and recovery.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits Package: Includes dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a pension plan.
• State-of-the-art Facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will offer the most innovative approach to integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to meet the future health needs of patients, families, and communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital will continue to lead in care, research, and teaching. The new hospital is expected to open in 2027

What You'll Do – Day to Day Responsibilities

As a Social Worker in the Road to Recovery Program, you will play a key role in supporting clients across their journey through substance use and mental health recovery. Your work will span from assessment and counselling to advocacy, discharge planning, education, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and community partners.

Clinical Practice & Direct Support

• Provide therapeutic clinical counselling to patients, families, and groups, helping to identify treatment goals, coping strategies, and facilitate behavioral, emotional, and relational change.

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, gathering relevant information to support care planning based on patients’ social, cultural, financial, and environmental contexts.

• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning, ensuring client-centered discharge and transition strategies are in place, particularly for individuals with complex needs.

• Offer consultative support to clients and staff on accessing community and financial resources to facilitate continuity of care.

Documentation & Evaluation

• Maintain detailed and accurate clinical records, including progress notes, assessments, discharge planning, and workload data, in alignment with regulatory and organizational standards.

• Support ongoing program evaluation by contributing insights and recommendations to improve clinical care and service delivery.

Leadership & Advocacy

• Facilitate understanding and application of relevant legislation including the Mental Health Act, Adult Guardianship Act, and Health Care Consent and Care Facility Act.

• Act as a Designated Responder, Incapability Assessor, or Rights Advisor as needed.

• Participate in care conferences, case reviews, and interdisciplinary meetings to advocate for client needs and integrate social work perspectives into planning.

Education, Training & Research

• Develop and deliver in-service education and training to interdisciplinary teams on social work-related topics.

• Support and supervise social work students, providing guidance and clinical learning opportunities.

• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in trauma-informed care, harm reduction, and substance use recovery.

• Participate in research initiatives and special projects, including protocol development, literature review, grant writing, data collection, and dissemination of findings.

Collaboration & Systems-Level Involvement

• Contribute to hospital and community-based committees, helping to identify service gaps and improve program efficiency.

• Facilitate and participate in group programming, offering psychoeducation and therapeutic support.

Who We Are:

Providence Health Care is one of the largest faith-based health care organizations in Canada. For the people at Providence, living our Mission, Vision and Values means providing British Columbians with compassionate, socially just, exceptional and innovative care every day.

From our humble roots 129 years ago, Providence has grown into globally renowned research, teaching, and care organization. As individuals within a mission-driven organization, we choose to be part of Providence Health Care because we value the organization’s long commitment to social justice and compassionate care, and its commitment to the process of Truth and Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.